Exercising is a good thing. Volunteering is a good thing. Why not combine them? Service-minded physical activity is a very inspiring way to work out, and it makes the world a better place, too. Whether you already lead an active lifestyle, or whether you are searching for some inspiration to become more active, this article… [Read More]
How NOT To Start A Workout
Occasionally, I attend group exercise classes at different gyms or at different outdoor locations. It’s a fun way to meet new people, to add some variety to my workout regimen, and to learn some new drills or exercises to bring into one of my classes. (I teach high-intensity group exercise classes in my free time.)… [Read More]
Feeling Worn-Out After A Morning Workout? Here Are Three Reasons Why.
Have you ever worked out in the morning and felt like you had less energy later in the day? Exercise is supposed to increase your energy, so you might be confused or turned-off to morning workouts if they leave you feeling worn-out later in the morning or in the afternoon. In prior articles, I’ve written… [Read More]
How To Train For An Obstacle Course Race
Have you ever wondered how to train for an obstacle course race (OCR)? Maybe you are planning on doing one of these events, and you’re not quite sure how to prepare or what to expect. Or, maybe you have done of these events before, and you want to be more well-prepared for your next one…. [Read More]
4 Reasons Why You Should Do An Obstacle Course Race
Have you ever considered doing an obstacle course race (OCR)? These non-traditional fitness challenges have surged in popularity over the last five years or so, with many people looking for alternatives to events like triathlons, 5K’s, and marathons. Like more standard endurance races, OCR events vary in distance and difficulty as well. However, OCR events… [Read More]
5 Fun Ways To Work Out When You Travel
While some people choose to be less active when they are away from home, exercising on the road can make a trip more enjoyable and memorable. It can also help you burn off extra calories being consumed on vacation or during a business trip! In this article, you’ll learn five fun ways to work out… [Read More]
Working Out But Not Getting Results? Here Are The Only 5 Reasons Why.
Have you ever felt like you weren’t getting results even though you were working out? In my free time, I teach high-intensity group exercise classes for 50-100 people each week. Over the years, many people have asked me some version of the following question: “How come I’m not getting results, even though I’m working out?”… [Read More]
How To Come Back Stronger After An Injury
Have you ever become more sedentary or lost your motivation to exercise after suffering an injury? Maybe you were in a good rhythm with your workout routine, but an injury threw you off track. Or, maybe you were trying to establish a consistent routine for the first time, but you got injured and it prevented… [Read More]
The #1 Way to Make Exercise Fun and Get Better Results
In my free time, I teach high-intensity group exercise classes at a local gym. The sound system once stopped working for ten minutes while I was teaching a class. This is a group fitness instructor’s worst nightmare. As I frantically fiddled with the stereo, one woman in class looked at me and said, “This is… [Read More]
How to Exercise Before Work, Even If You’re Not A Morning Person
Back in 2013, I decided to adopt the habit of exercising every day before work. You can click here for a separate article that I wrote on why morning exercise is on one of the strongest habits that you can form. In this article, you’ll learn four secrets on how to exercise before work, even… [Read More]